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Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying
Fish Farmers Producers Organizations
The Department of Fisheries, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying  under the flagship scheme namely Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana  provides financial assistance for setting up of Fish Farmers Producer Organizations  to economically empower the fishers and fish farmers and enhance their bargaining power. The financial support provided under the PMMSY to each FFPOs primarily includes cost of formation, management, training and skill development and equity grant. The Department through Small Farmers Agri-Business Consortium of Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare , Government of India, assisted for setting up of 5 FFPOs in the states of Bihar, Himachal Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh on pilot basis under the erstwhile Centrally Sponsored Scheme Blue Revolution-Integrated Development and Management of Fisheries and these 5 FFPOs have already been registered. Further, the Department under PMMSY has accorded approval to the proposal of National Cooperative Development Corporation  for setting up of 70 FFPOs, at a total cost of Rs.37.80 crore during the financial year 2020-21. The state wise details are at Annexure-I. Besides, approval has also been accorded to the proposal of National Fisheries Development Board  for setting up of 22 FFPOs, at total cost of Rs. 10 crore under the aforesaid scheme during 2020-21.
This information was given by The Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying Shri. Parshottam Rupala in the Lok Sabha in a written reply today.
Ministry of Defence
Change of Guard – ARTRAC
Lieutenant General Raj Shukla, assumed command of the Army Training Command  on 01 May 2020.
A graduate of the National Defence Academy, Khadakwasla and the Indian Military Academy, Dehradun, Lieutenant General Raj Shukla was commissioned into the Regiment of Artillery in December 1982. In a career spanning over four decades, the General officer has seen extensive service in the field. He commanded a Medium Regiment in the Eastern and Desert Theatres, an Infantry Brigade in Counter Insurgency Operations, an Infantry Division along the Line of Control in the Valley and a Corps along the Western Borders.
An alumni of the Defence Services Staff College Wellington, the College of Defence Management Secunderabad and the National Defence College New Delhi, the General Officer has served two tenures at the Military Operations Directorate and till recently was the Director General, Perspective Planning at Army HQ. He has also been Commandant of the Indian Army’s prestigious training establishment and think tank – the Army War College.
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Prime Minister's Office
Prime Minister congratulates Sonam Malik for winning Bronze Medal in the Women's Wrestling 62kg Freestyle event
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has congratulated Sonam Malik for winning Bronze Medal in the Women's Wrestling 62kg Freestyle event at Asian Games.
The Prime Minister posted on X;
“Congratulations to @OLYSonam for her outstanding Bronze Medal in the Women's Wrestling 62kg Freestyle event! Hers is a phenomenal win, marked by unmatched zeal, passion and determination. I extend my best wishes for her future endeavours.”
Ministry of Coal
Coal Ministry completes 7th Tranche of Coal Block Auctions Successfully
Six Coal Mines of four States Auctioned
Combined Geological Reserves comes to 2105.74 Million Tonne
92 Coal Mines successfully auctioned so far under Commercial Auction
Rs. 34,185 crore Annual Revenue, Rs. 34,486 crore Investment and approximately 3,10,818 Employment Opportunities expected
The Ministry of Coal has successfully completed the auction of coal mines for Commercial Mining under 7th round and second attempt of 6th round.
After assessment of bids, the forward e-auctions for six mines had commenced from August 1, 2023 culminating in the successful auction of all six mines on 3rd August, 2023.
The details of the coal mines auctioned are as under: -
- Among the mines auctioned, two coal mines are fully explored while four are partially explored.
- The total geological reserve for these six coal mines is at 2,105.74 Million Tonnes.
- The cumulative Peak Rated Capacity  for these coal mines is 7 MTPA, 
The average revenue share has shown an upward trend, increasing from 22.12% in the previous tranche to 23.71%.This higher revenue share indicates a strong and continued interest from industry players and investors in the commercial coal mining sector and stable future of coal mining in India. This also signifies the success of the reforms introduced by the Government in the coal sector through the introduction of commercial coal mining.
The mine-wise result for auctions held is as under:
Coal production from these mines will help to reduce the demand for imported thermal coal and decreasing reliance on public sector coal mining companies. The commercial coal mine auctions will bring about positive changes for society, by creating job opportunities and infrastructure development in the coal-bearing regions. Moreover, they are expected to make a substantial contribution to the states' revenues, generating an estimated annual revenue of approximately ~787 crores  calculated at the peak rated capacity  of these coal mines. These auctions are also anticipated to attract a capital investment of approximately Rs 1,050 crores, leading to creation of around 9,464 employment opportunities.
With the successful auctioning of these six coal mines, the total number of coal mines auctioned under commercial auctions now stands at 92. These mines are projected to generate an annual revenue of approximately ~34,185 crores  calculated at the current PRC of coal mines. The operationalization of these coal mines is expected to lead to a capital investment of around Rs 34,486 crores and generate employment opportunities for approximately 3,10,818 people.
The Ministry of Coal acknowledges the remarkable progress made in the commercial coal mining sector. The successful completion of these auctions reinforces the Government's commitment to fostering growth and sustainability in the coal mining industry, driving India's economic progress and ensuring energy security.
Ministry of Corporate Affairs
Deemed approval given under Green Channel to Kyndryl Holdings LLC and Grand Ocean Managed Infrastructure Services Private Limited for internal restructuring of IBM Corporation
The Competition Commission of India  receives notice under Green Channel filed by Kyndryl Holdings LLC and Grand Ocean Managed Infrastructure Services Private Limited in relation to internal restructuring of IBM Corporation, and is deemed approved.
International Business Machines Corporation  plans to spin off its global MIS Business into a new public company, within the framework of an International corporate internal re-organization. The target structure will be achieved by a separation of the said MIS Business into newly incorporated companies i.e. Kyndryl Holdings LLC  and Grand Ocean Managed Infrastructure Services Private Limited   .
IBM Corporation is, inter alia, engaged in the provision of managed infrastructure services i.e. MIS Business in various countries including India. In India, the MIS Business is presently housed in Network Solutions Private Limited  and IBM India, which are indirect wholly owned subsidiaries of IBM Corporation.
The MIS Business is the business of the infrastructure services unit of IBM Corporations Global Technology Services segment, including the Security, Regulatory and Risk Management Services and Identity Management Services offerings of the Security Services unit of IBM Corporation’s Cloud and Cognitive software segment, but excluding the Public Cloud Platform offering of the Infrastructure Services unit.
The Acquirers are presently not engaged in any business activity and have been incorporated only to implement the Proposed Transaction. Post the Proposed Transaction, the Acquirers will house and operate the MIS Business of the IBM Corporation.
Ministry of Defence
RE-OPENING OF WEB PORTAL FOR ROUND-II OF REGISTRATION FOR SETTING UP OF NEW SAINIK SCHOOL IN PARTNERSHIP MODE.
As part of Government of India‘s initiative for setting up of 100 new Sainik schools in Partnership with State Government/NGOs/Private sector, Sainik Schools Society  MoD has moved another step ahead by re-opening of its web portal https://sainikschool.ncog.gov.in/ for registration of eligible interested applicant Schools with effect from 1stJune 2022.
Government’s vision of setting up of 100 new Sainik Schools is not only to provide quality education to the students in tune with National Education Policy and give them better career opportunities, including joining the Armed Forces but also to provide an opportunity to the State Government/NGOs/Private sector to work hand in hand with the Central Government towards nation building.
These new Sainik Schools, besides their affiliation to respective education boards, will function under the aegis of Sainik Schools Society and will follow the Rules and Regulations for new Sainik schools in partnership mode prescribed by the Society. In addition to their regular affiliated board curriculum, they will also impart education of Academic PLUS curriculum to the students of Sainik school pattern.
Admission process is going on in full swing in 10 approved new Sainik Schools which have signed MoA with Sainik Schools Society in first round.
Willing schools are advised to go through the QRs, MoA and Rules & Regulations for the new Sainik schools which are available on the web portal. Schools /NGOs/Trusts/Societies etc. who have already registered and applied during first round need not apply afresh or pay registration fee again. However, earlier registered applicants will be allowed to update their data on web portal, with fresh inputs, if any.
The portal will remain open till 30thJuly 2022. For any further clarification/ assistance from the Sainik School society, interested schools may communicate by email at sainikschoolaffiliation[at]gmail[dot]com.
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
Mirabai visits National War Memorial, urges every Indian to visit the epitome of sacrifice and valour
India’s ‘Silver Girl’ Saikhom Mirabai Chanu visited the National War Memorial in New Delhi which has been built to honour the courage, valour and sacrifice of the Indian Armed Forces.
Speaking about her visit to the 40 acre open landscaped memorial Mirabai said, “My stays in Delhi have usually been for tournaments but this time I kept this visit on my itinerary as this place bestows the essence of pride, not only for the armed forces but for every Indian,” said the Olympic Medallist.
Depicting the glorious war history of India since 1947, the memorial is a gestation on the idea of rebirth of those unsung heroes through their stories, journey and struggles translated as spatial expressions.
Walking through the semi open corridor and gallery holding the brave stories of significant historic battles in Indian history of the Army, Navy and Air force, Mira said, “I am mesmerised with how the concept of building this memorial is inspired by the historic ‘Chakravyuh’ formation and the walls decorated with bronze murals depicting the battle scenes fought by the sons of our soil.”
"After coming here, I deeply feel that every Indian should visit this place at least once in their life,” added Mira.
The Indian Weightlifter also paid tribute to martyr Major Laishram Jyotin Singh, who is awarded with the highest peace time gallantry award Ashok Chakra and hailed from her native state Manipur.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Union Minister of Health & Family Welfare and Chemicals & Fertilizers Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya laid the foundation stone of New Campus of NIPER at Panihati in West Bengal
Kolkata, 25th August, 2023
Union Minister of Health & Family Welfare and Chemicals & Fertilizers Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya laid the foundation stone of New Campus of National Institute of Pharmaceuticals Education and Research  at Panihati , North 24 Parganas in West Bengal .
Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, conveyed his greetings to all delegates, students, faculties, and press & media. He announced 78 crore rupees for the construction of a permanent campus of NIPER KOLKATA in Panihati and 100 crores to build the centre of excellence. In his speech, he expresses the amplitude of Indian pharma industries and their manufacturing capacity by saying, "4 out of 1 pill consumed in the world is made in India. Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya shares the view of the honorable Prime Minister to support 8000 MSME pharma companies in the field of research and innovation. With this view, the Ministry of Pharmaceutical makes the NIPERs a center of excellence in their respective domain. In a holistic approach, the NIPER should collaborate with the industries to participate in industrial research and also want to make a bridge between industry and academia. To encourage entrepreneurship ideas minister announced 150 crores to 150 innovative ideas.
The minister said that during the Covid pandemic, the Prime minister and he talked to leaders of many nations. Most of them said that they are dependent on medicines made in India. India did not raise the price of any medicine during that time. The confidence is gained by the world, the nation is doing every step to respect that faith.
Prof V Ravichandiran, Director, NIPER Kolkata, welcomed the dignitaries and presented the achievements of the institute. He also mentioned the establishment of “Centre for Marine Therapeutics” and “Rare Disease Therapeutics” which aim to provide affordable medicines to society. He further informed that the Institute will establish a Centre of Excellence in Flow Reactor and Continuous Manufacturing with the funding support of Rs.100 Cr. from the Department of Pharmaceuticals, Govt. of India.
Background :- NIPER is the first National Level Institute, with the aim of becoming a centre of excellence for advance studies and research in Pharmaceutical Sciences. It has been declared as an Institute of National importance by the Government. NIPER, Kolkata was established in 2007 under the aegis of Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers as a Centre of Excellence for higher education, research and development in pharmaceutical sciences. Now it is planning to expand its facilities. For that reason, more space is needed, so the second campus will be built at the northern suburb of the city.
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Ministry of Commerce & Industry
Sh. Goyal meets Mr. Breton on the sidelines of the 1st Ministerial meeting of India EU Trade and Technology Council
Union Minister for Commerce & Industry, Textiles, Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, Sh. Piyush Goyal held a bilateral meeting with the European Commissioner for Internal Trade, Mr. Thierry Breton on the sidelines of the 1st Ministerial meeting of India EU Trade and Technology Council . During the meeting, both sides underscored the importance of shared democratic values and complementary nature of both India and EU going forward. Both sides agreed that appropriate political commitment can be made to strengthen our bilateral relations taking to new heights.
Sh. Piyush Goyal informed that India has undertaken an ambitious growth trajectory for the next 25 years and has achieved many of the sustainable development goals. The target of having about 40% source of energy from renewables has already been achieved much before the committed timeline of 2030. India has set a further target of creating 500GW of renewable resources to be achieved by 2030. He noted that both our economies have different basis and this provides an opportunity for greater engagement given the current geopolitical scenario. On the suggestion of Mr. Breton for exploring engagement in the space sector, Sh. Goyal informed that India is amongst the major powers in the space sector and that both sides can have deeper engagements in the sector.
Further, the Minister informed that India has become a global leader in respect of fintech with UPI and Rupay. India has also come out with an open network for digital commerce  which has capability to integrate all the buyers and sellers across networks. Mr Breton informed that EU is working on new Digital Services Act to which Sh. Goyal said that both sides can collaborate further given India's status as an IT giant. He further informed that India has the world’s third largest startup ecosystem and has included B20 track in G20 meetings. This provides for greater engagements in digital space and other areas.
On the issue of carbon border adjustment mechanism , Sh. Goyal informed that further study needs to be undertaken as to how this could impact enterprises on both sides, impact on trade and the effect on consumers due to increased price of goods and services.
Ministry of Textiles
Ministry of Textiles to Rollout Outreach Awareness Program for Jute Farmers to Ensure Optimum Use of Certified Jute Seeds
Kolkata, 28th February, 2021
In continuation of the inauguration of the scheme for distribution of certified seeds by the Hon'ble Minister of Textiles Smt Smriti Zubin Irani on 15/02/2021, under the aegis of, Ministry of Textiles, Govt of India, the Jute Corporation of India  is going to hold a total of 70 camps for certified seed distribution and awareness of agronomic practices from 05 – 31 March in eleven districts of West Bengal namely Coochbehar, Alipurduar, Jalpaiguri, Uttar Dinajpur, Malda, Murshidabad, Nadia, Purba Burdwan, North 24 Parganas, Hooghly, Purba Midnapur.
In order to address the menace of spurious jute seed in the market, the Govt of India has taken steps to improve the availability of high yield certified seed. The Jute Corporation of India  under the Ministry of Textiles, has signed an MoU with National Seeds Corporation, under the Ministry of Agriculture for sourcing 10,00 MT of certified jute seeds of JRO-204 variety. The same would be commercially distributed in all the jute growing States beginning from early March 2021. Awareness camps would be conducted across all the jute growing areas to make the farmers aware of the merit and availability of certified seed. This endeavour is expected to cover about 22.5% of the total certified jute seed requirement of the country, which is 4500 MT annually.
The use of certified seed is estimated to increase the yield by 20-25% as compared to non-certified type seed varieties in the market. The jute farmers have been advised to use only certified seed for a good yield. The certified seed can be availed from awareness camps, JCI centres as well as from retail seed shops.
Ministry of Law and Justice
National Law Universities
The curriculum of the National Law Universities  are drawn up by the respective institutions. The nature and the format of the syllabus besides theoretical classes on various laws and jurisprudence also include project assignments practical training, moot courts, interdisciplinary research, clinical courses, internships etc. This intensive exposures given to the students of NLUs has helped in developing their professional abilities to handle litigation of all kinds including corporate litigation, legal advice, conveyancing etc. competently. The Bar Council of India as a part of its statutory responsibility has also framed Rules of Legal Education, 2008 under the power conferred by the Advocates Act, 1961 that deals with determination of quality and standards of legal education and recognition of degree in law.
The NLUshave been established through State enactments. They have benefited from allocations of land infrastructure, financial grants and other development assistance from the State Governments, besides generating their own revenues. The NLUs in spite of being creation of State law, most of them admit students on merit through open competitive examination which determines the profile of the students. Further, in order to enable meaningful and effective law teaching, considerable autonomy has been given to them in matters such as the recruitment of teachers and staff as well as the framing and frequent revision of the curriculum.
This information was given by Shri Kiren Rijiju, Union Minister of Law and Justice, in Lok Sabha today.
Ministry of Defence
TEJAS FOC AIRCRAFT HANDED OVER TO THE IAF
The Indian Air Force  on Wednesday inducted Tejas Mk-1 FOC aircraft into the recently resurrected No 18 Sqn, the “Flying Bullets” at Air Force Station Sulur, marking yet another important step towards enhancing the operational capability of the Air Force. The Squadron is the first in the IAF to induct this platform. This is also an important milestone in the country’s indigenous fighter aircraft program and a significant boost to the ‘Make In India’ initiative. Tejas Mk-1 FOC is a single engine, light weight, highly agile, all weather multi role fighter aircraft capable of air-to-air refueling thus making it a truly versatile platform.
The Squadron was operationalised by Chief of the Air Staff  Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria. Air Officer Commanding in Chief of the Southern Air Command, Air Marshal Amit Tiwari, and the Commodore Commandant of 18 Sqn, Air Marshal TD Joseph, Mr R Madhavan CMD HAL, Dr Girish S Deodhare, PGD  and Director, Aeronautical Development Agency were also present during the ceremony. While addressing the personnel at AF Station Sulur, the CAS congratulated them and lauded the efforts put in by Southern Air Command and AF Station Sulur towards the induction of the new airborne platform. He complimented Chairman HAL, ADA, DRDO labs, DPSUs, MSMEs and all agencies involved in the production of LCA for achievement of this historic milestone.
The occasion was marked by the presentation of aircraft documents of the Tejas FOC version by the HAL CMD to the CAS. The CAS further handed these over to the Commanding Officer of 18 Squadron Group Captain Manish Tolani, along with the ceremonial keys to the unit. The event commenced with a fly past comprising of a helicopter formation of the Mi 17 V5 and the ALH, An-32 transport aircraft and Tejas Mk-1 fighters.
No 18 Sqn was raised at Ambala on 15 Apr 1965 with the Folland Gnat Aircraft. Flying Officer Nirmal Jit Singh Sekhon, the only Param Vir Chakra recipient of the Indian Air Force was a part of the Squadron during the 1971 Indo-Pak War. The Squadron also has the unique distinction of having operated two HAL made aircraft, the Tejas and the Ajeet which it also operated from the same station. Over the years it also operated MiG-27 ML aircraft from various bases across the country. The Squadron was number plated in Apr 2016. The Squadron falls under the operational control of Southern Air Command which is responsible for integrating the Squadron into the IAF Concept of Operations.
Before the induction ceremony, the Chief of the Air Staff  Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria PVSM AVSM VM ADC flew a sortie in the Tejas Mk I fighter with 45 Sqn.